Bishop Hills, TX — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $108,750

45% higher than US avg

Home Value $292,900

4% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 40.1%

19% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 34.8%

8% higher than US avg

Unemployment 3.3%

8% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 1.0%

92% lower than US avg

How Bishop Hills Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population211

Median Age50.5 yrs

Density681/mi²

Male / Female44% / 56%

Largest GroupWhite 79%

Veterans18.5%

Economy

A+

Median Income$108,750

Per Capita$50,816

Unemployment3.3%

Poverty1.0%

County GDP$11,378M

Commute25 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$292,900

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units87

Rent Burden29.7%

Health

Obesity34.8%

Uninsured10.3%

Smoking12.8%

Depression25.4%

Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Sunny Days318/yr

Elevation3,497 ft (1,066 m)

Education

Bachelor's+40.1%

High School+99.3%

Graduate+16.2%

School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%

Commute25 min

Broadband72.0%

Libraries4

Is Bishop Hills a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bishop Hills receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Bishop Hills stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bishop Hills is $108,750, which is significantly higher than the national average — 45% above $75,149. This places Bishop Hills among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bishop Hills is $292,900, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 40.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Bishop Hills enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 318 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Bishop Hills has a population of 211 with a density of 681 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age is 50.5 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 55.9% female and 44.1% male. The city is predominantly White (79.1%), with 13.3% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.2% of residents. 18.5% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 11.7% of residents have a disability. 98.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

211

Total Population

681

People / sq mi

50.5yrs

Median Age

30% above US avg

0.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.1%

Female 55.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Bishop Hills vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	95.2%
	21% above US avg
Spanish	4.8%
	64% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bishop Hills vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bishop Hills is $108,750, which is 45% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $50,816 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,150, 20% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 4,057 business establishments, including 378 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 19.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Bishop Hills vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$108,750
	45% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$50,816
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,150
IRS Avg AGI	$67,139

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.3%
	8% below US avg
Poverty Rate	1.0%
	92% below US avg
Establishments (County)	4,057
County GDP	$11,378M

Business (County)

Restaurants	378
Healthcare	501
Retail	507
Manufacturing	105

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$9,022
	158% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	3.08%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	24.7 min
Drive Alone	65.1%
Public Transit	3.2%
Work from Home	19.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Bishop Hills is $292,900, 4% above the national median of $281,900. Homes sell for 0% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Fair market rent ranges from $935 for a one-bedroom to $1,149 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 87 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1970. The average annual property tax is $9,022 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 29.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$292,900
	4% above US avg
Median List Price	$595,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$595,000
$/Sq Ft	$148
Homes Sold	1
Sale-to-List Ratio	0.0%
Price Drops	0.0%
Inventory	1

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	29.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$887
1 Bedroom	$935
2 Bedrooms	$1,149
3 Bedrooms	$1,497
4 Bedrooms	$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	100.0%
Housing Units	87
Median Year Built	1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$9,022
	158% above US avg
Effective Rate	3.08%

In Bishop Hills, 34.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 8.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.9% of residents, below the national average. 30.0% have high blood pressure. 12.8% are current smokers. 21.0% report binge drinking. 20.8% are physically inactive, below the national average. 25.4% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.5% experience frequent mental distress. 10.3% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,143. The dentist ratio is 1:1,629. 86.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.1 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Bishop Hills vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	34.8%
	8% above US avg
Diabetes	8.8%
Heart Disease	4.9%
High Blood Pressure	30.0%
Asthma	10.4%
COPD	5.3%
Cancer	7.2%
Stroke	2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	12.8%
	9% below US avg
Binge Drinking	21.0%
Physical Inactivity	20.8%
Depression	25.4%
Mental Distress	18.5%
Physical Distress	11.8%
Short Sleep	37.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	98.3%
Uninsured	10.3%
	20% above US avg
Primary Care	1:1,143
Dentists	1:1,629
Mental Health	1:327
Checkup Rate	72.2%
Dental Visits	61.5%
Premature Death	13,394/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.1/10
Exercise Access	86.1%
Healthcare Facilities	501

Bishop Hills enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 318 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 3,497 feet.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	56.9°F
	5% above US avg
January Average	36°F (2°C)
July Average	78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	318 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	3,497 ft (1,066 m)
Area	0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density	681/sq mi
Coordinates	35.2614°N, 101.9519°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Potter County County
County FIPS	48375

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	36°F (2°C)	0.5 in	Coldest
February	41°F (5°C)	0.6 in
March	48°F (9°C)	1.0 in
April	56°F (14°C)	1.1 in
May	66°F (19°C)	2.4 in
June	75°F (24°C)	3.2 in	Wettest
July	78°F (26°C)	2.5 in	Warmest
August	77°F (25°C)	3.0 in
September	70°F (21°C)	1.9 in
October	59°F (15°C)	1.4 in
November	46°F (8°C)	0.7 in
December	38°F (3°C)	0.5 in	Driest

Bishop Hills has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F — from 36°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.2") and December the driest (0.5").

Bishop Hills is located in Potter County. It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 40.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 19% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.3% have completed high school. 16.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.1 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 71.7% of the vote, a 44.4-point margin. 72.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 501 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 65.1% of workers drive alone to work, while 3.2% use public transit.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.7%

D 27.3%

Winner: Republican by 44.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	40.1%
	19% above US avg
High School+	99.3%
Graduate Degree+	16.2%
School Test Score	5.10

A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2	Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density	681/sq mi
Total Area	0.3 sq mi
County	Potter County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	72.0%
Public Libraries	4
Healthcare Facilities	501
Restaurants	378
Retail Stores	507

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	17

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	24.7 min
Drive Alone	65.1%
Public Transit	3.2%
Work from Home	19.0%

Frequently Asked Questions About Bishop Hills

What is the population of Bishop Hills?

Bishop Hills has a population of 211 residents and is located in Texas. The population density is 681 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 55.9% female and 44.1% male.

Is Bishop Hills expensive to live in?

Bishop Hills has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 97.1 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $108,750, 45% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $292,900 (4% above the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Bishop Hills?

Bishop Hills enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 318 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Bishop Hills?

Bishop Hills has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.3%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,150. There are 4,057 business establishments in the area, including 378 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 19.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Bishop Hills?

The median home value in Bishop Hills is $292,900. The average annual property tax is $9,022.

How are the schools in Bishop Hills?

Schools in Bishop Hills score 5.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 40.1% of adults in Bishop Hills hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.3% have completed high school. 16.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Bishop Hills?

The obesity rate in Bishop Hills is 34.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 12.8% of adults are smokers. 20.8% are physically inactive. 25.4% of residents report depression. 10.3% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 86.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,143.

What is transportation like in Bishop Hills?

The average commute in Bishop Hills is 25 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 65.1% of workers drive alone to work, 3.2% use public transit, and 19.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Bishop Hills?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Bishop Hills is 79.1% White, 13.3% Hispanic or Latino. 95.2% of residents speak only English at home, while 4.8% speak Spanish. 18.5% of the population are military veterans. 11.7% of residents have a disability. 98.3% have health insurance coverage.

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